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Hot Spot In The Domain Of Study On China Culture
Huangshan City has a history of over 2200 years.
Its two oldest counties, Shexian and Yixian, were established
during Qing Dynasty when the system of prefecture and county
took shape. Huangshan City was formerly called Xin'an Prefecture,
and later Huizhou Prefecture until it got current name in
1987.
Situated in a remote and picturesque mountainous
area, Huizhou escaped many wars and battles throughout history.
Refugees from the Central Plains came into this area and brought
with them the Han culture starting from the Sui and Tang Dynasties.
Many refugees were famous for their achievements in art, medicine,
architecture and craftsmanship. Under their influences, Huizhou
has become known as a remarkable place for producing great
scholars, painters, artists and merchants.
The contributions of these talented and industrious
people, together with the 2200-year history, have brought
about the glorious and magnificent Huizhou Culture (also known
as Xin'an Culture) which can be represented by Xin'an Philosophy,
Xin'an Medicine School, Xin'an Painting School, Huizhou School
of Woodblock, Huizhou Seal School, Huizhou Commerce, Huizhou
Opera, Huizhou Cuisine, Huizhou Sculpture and Huizhou Style
Architecture. This culture, originated mainly from the Central
Plains (an area which comprises the middle and lower reaches
of the Huanghe River) and integrated with traces of Shan'yue
Culture, is an important part of Chinese Civilization. As
a matter of fact, Huizhou Culture has become one of the three
main fields of the Chinese Culture (Han) Study, the other
two being Dunhuang and Tibetan Cultures. This is why more
and more scholars form home and abroad turn their attention
to Huizhou Culture, and many visitors have come to this area
to examine the historical sites and relics. So far, more than
4900 sites and relics were found, among which, 57 sites are
listed as key units under the state or provincial protection.
The best known sites are the Qiankou Ancient Residence (in
Huizhou District), Xugou Memorial Archway and Tangyue Archway
Group (in Shexian County), Xidi Village and Hongcun Village
(in Yixian County), just to name a few. The classic, elegant
design of the buildings and the ingenious, magnificent layout
of the landscapes are outstanding in its own way.
Huangshan City is not only noted for its charming
natural landscapes but also celebrated for its ancient history
and culture. In fact, Huangshan City is a national park and
a museum where you can enjoy natural beauty and explore its
centuries-old history and glorious culture.
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